Roger McGough to appear at York Literature Festival 2014

Roger McGough

Roger McGough


One of the UK’s most famous and respected poets, Roger McGough, has been confirmed as one of the headline acts at York Literature Festival 2014, supported this year by City of York Council. McGough will perform at Joseph Rowntree Theatre on Friday 28 March 2014 at 7.30pm.

McGough is well known as a champion of poetry, and is the current presenter of BBC Radio 4’s Poetry Please. He was one of the Mersey Poets, alongside Brian Patten and Adrian Henri. As a member of pop group The Scaffold, he penned the lyrics for number one hit Lily The Pink in 1968. He also contributed to the script for The Beatles’ Yellow Submarine film. His work has appeared in over 50 books, and has included writing for children and autobiography. He is an honorary fellow of Liverpool John Moores University, fellow of the Royal Society of Literature and President of the Poetry Society. McGough was made an OBE in 1997 and a CBE in 2004.
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New adult education courses announced for York

A Mary Poppins view of York from the top of the Mansion House and a residence fit for an Archbishop are two of the many hidden and unusual venues waiting to be discovered by participants on the new Inspire programme of workshops, lectures and events.

The collection which includes a Masterclass in rooftop photography in the city centre and a Contemporary Floral Displays workshop at Bishopthorpe Palace, make use of some of the special places which York and its surroundings have to offer. The venues are all hand picked to inspire creativity, promote learning or better understand the subject matter of the sessions.

The Autumn / Winter Inspire listings include other new and exciting venues, such as the Yorkshire Arboretum at Castle Howard where a watercolour painting workshop will take place outdoors with the Artist in Residence. York Medical Society in Stonegate, whose rooms are set within a beautiful Grade 2 listed building dating back to about 1590, is the venue for a new Discover Mindfulness workshop and other interesting Inspire venues include the Victorian kitchens of the Mansion House, Middlethorpe Hall and the Theatre Royal.

Each workshop, lecture and event is delivered by enthusiastic and qualified coaches or instructors who are specialists in their own field. Many have experience in working with schools, universities, private businesses, charities and other local organisations to share their expertise and experience.

Booking is now open for a range of courses and more will be added throughout the season.

Anyone interested in finding out more should visit http://www.feelinginspired.co.uk/, email hello@feelinginspired.co.uk or call 01904 552806

Energise launch gym club

dance energise

Energise have set up a Gymnastics Club and it starts Monday 4th November!

The following sessions are now available (please note places are limited):
Mon 1.30pm – 2.15pm Parent / guardian and Child 2.5yrs-4yrs
Mon 2.15pm – 3.00pm, 4 yrs – 5yrs
Mon 3.30pm – 4.15pm , 4yrs – 6yrs
Mon 4.15pm – 5.00pm , 7yrs – 11yrs
Mon 5.00pm – 5.45pm, 11yrs+

Only £35 for 7week course, taught by Anny Murray of York Hotshots

For more information and to book contact reception on 01904 552424

Festival of cycling 14th Sep 2013 – 15th Sep 2013

Get ready for the York Festival of Cycling, Rowntree Park. Browse the many different types of bikes there are, and try a few out to see how different they can be!

Every day

Location: Rowntree park, York, YO23 1JQ

Cost: FREE

Get ready for the world of bikes and cycling that will be held in Rowntree Park for the York Festival of Cycling. Browse the many different types of bikes there are, and try a few out to see how different they can be!

Watch stunts by show riders, Join a free guided ride on a bicycle, a KMX Kart or a rickshaw tricycle along scenic routes within rowntree park and york.

Flyball on the Knavesmire 13th Sep 2013

Flyball is the most unique and exciting dog sport invented, it is fast, colourful and thrilling!

Location: Knavesmire Racecourse, York, YO23 1EX

Cost: £35 per entry

Flyball is the most unique and exciting dog sport invented, it is fast, colourful and thrilling!

Come to the Knavesmire Racecourse, York and enjoy a fantastic day watching a number of different races, see your favourite dogs, place a bet if you wish and enjoy the Racecourse food and drink on a thrilling family day out.

For more information, go to the British Flyball Association websit http://www.flyball.org.uk/